A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.
Prestige Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care Tyler, Texas Position Type:
Full-Time Schedule:
Full-Time | Rotating Weekends Required Memory Care Programming Operates 7 Days Per Week
THIS IS MORE THAN A JOB. IT'S AN OPPORTUNITY TO CREATE JOY.
At Prestige Estates, we believe every person deserves to experience purpose, connection, laughter, and meaningful moments, regardless of age or diagnosis. As a Memory Care Life Enrichment Coordinator, you'll help create those moments every single day. One day you may be leading a beach party. The next, you'll be helping a resident reconnect with a favorite song from childhood. You might organize a carnival, paint with residents, plant flowers in the garden, bake cookies, host a talent show, or simply sit beside someone who needs a friend. We are not simply looking for someone to lead activities. We are looking for someone who understands Memory Care. Someone who knows how to prepare, adapt, and lead meaningful activities for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Someone who creates moments. Someone whose smile is contagious. Someone who is creative. Someone who is organized. Someone who is energetic. Someone who believes that joy is one of the most powerful forms of care. This position requires previous experience working in a long-term care setting, hands-on dementia care experience and knowledge, and experience planning, preparing, and leading activities or group programming. If this sounds like you, we would love to meet you.
WHO THRIVES AT PRESTIGE ESTATES?
Our best Life Enrichment Team Members are: Dependable and reliable High-energy and enthusiastic Creative and imaginative Compassionate and patient Organized and detail-oriented Positive and encouraging Comfortable independently preparing for and leading group and individual activities Experienced in adapting activities to meet different cognitive and physical abilities Knowledgeable about dementia care, behaviors, communication, and person-centered engagement Flexible and able to adapt when plans change or resident needs shift Tech-savvy and comfortable using computers, tablets, cameras, and social media Team players who work well with every department Passionate about serving seniors and creating meaningful moments At Prestige Estates, our residents deserve nothing less.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As a Memory Care Life Enrichment Coordinator, you will create a vibrant, engaging, and purposeful environment where every resident feels valued, connected, and successful.
Responsibilities include:
Plan, prepare, organize, and independently lead engaging daily, weekly, and monthly activity programs Create meaningful experiences specifically designed for residents living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia Adapt activities and engagement approaches based on residents' cognitive abilities, physical needs, interests, life histories, and individual preferences Develop themed events, celebrations, outings, parties, and special programs Lead individual and group activities with enthusiasm, creativity, confidence, and energy Prepare all activity supplies, materials, decorations, and program spaces in advance to ensure activities are organized and ready to begin Incorporate music, movement, art, games, cooking, gardening, sensory experiences, reminiscence, and life skills into daily programming Recognize and respond appropriately to dementia-related behaviors, changes in engagement, and individual resident needs Build meaningful relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and community partners Prepare activity calendars and assist with the development of creative and purposeful programming Maintain participation records and required documentation Collaborate with nursing, caregiving, dining services, therapy, and leadership teams Capture special moments through photography and utilize technology and social media to celebrate resident life Help create an environment where every resident feels included, encouraged, and successful
OUR EXPECTATIONS
At Prestige Estates, we hold ourselves to a high standard because our residents deserve our very best.
We expect team members to:
Arrive on time and prepared for every shift Come to work with energy, enthusiasm, and creativity Take ownership of preparing, organizing, and leading assigned activities and programs Understand that successful programming requires preparation before the activity begins Plan activities thoughtfully and stay organized Confidently engage residents and lead groups without requiring constant direction or supervision Use dementia care knowledge to adjust communication, activities, and approaches based on individual resident needs Communicate professionally and respectfully Be dependable and accountable Work collaboratively with every department Encourage participation while respecting each resident's individual abilities and preferences Treat every resident with dignity, kindness, compassion, and respect We believe excellence is not something we do occasionally. It is something we practice every day.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
The following experience is required for this position: MUST have previous experience working in a long-term care, senior living, assisted living, skilled nursing, or Memory Care setting MUST have hands-on experience working with individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia MUST demonstrate knowledge and understanding of dementia care, dementia related behaviors, communication approaches, and person-centered engagement MUST have previous experience planning, preparing, organizing, and leading activities, recreation programs, life enrichment programs, group programs, or similar structured engagement Must be comfortable independently leading both individual and group activities Must be able to adapt activities to meet varying cognitive, physical, and emotional abilities Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills Comfortable using computers, tablets, cameras, and social media Ability to think creatively and adapt to changing resident needs Valid driver's license preferred Certified Activities Director certification is preferred but not required Applicants who do not have previous long-term care and dementia care experience will not meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
WHY WORK AT PRESTIGE ESTATES?
Prestige Estates has proudly served seniors in East Texas since 2007. As the only privately owned and operated Assisted Living and Memory Care community in the area, we have the freedom to innovate, create, and focus on what matters most: our residents. We believe life should be filled with purpose, laughter, friendship, and meaningful experiences. Our Life Enrichment Team helps make that happen every day. Our team members are valued, appreciated, and supported. We work hard, laugh often, celebrate together, and genuinely care about one another. When you join Prestige Estates, you become part of a family committed to creating extraordinary moments.
BENEFITS & PERKS
Consistent Schedule with
Reliable Hours Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Employer-Paid Life Insurance AFLAC Supplemental Coverage Paid Time Off Holiday Pay Direct Deposit OnShift Scheduling App OnShift Wallet:
Access Earned Wages Before Payday Free Annual Flu Vaccine Positive and Supportive Team Environment Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities for Growth and Advancement
JOIN THE PRESTIGE FAMILY
If you are looking for more than a paycheck... If you understand the unique needs of individuals living with dementia... If you have experience creating and leading meaningful activities... If you love bringing smiles to others... If you believe every day should have purpose... If you are creative, energetic, compassionate, and ready to make a meaningful difference... We invite you to apply today. Join a team where your creativity is celebrated, your compassion is appreciated, and every day is an opportunity to change someone's life through joy, purpose, and connection. Prestige Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care Love Lives Here. Family Owned & Operated Since 2007 Where Compassion Leads, Lives Are Transformed.
